Automatic transmission fluids can be broken down into two types, Dexron® III
and Ford type F. These fluids are specific to the transmission using them.
Don't assume that all Ford vehicles use type F, they don't!
- Dexron® III, sometime referred to as multi-purpose ATF. This
replaces the old Type A, Suffix A, was recommended by GM, Chrysler and AMC
between 1956–1967. It also supercedes Dexron® and Dexron® II
fluids. Ford vehicles 1977 and later with the C6 transmission or the Jatco
transmission in the Granada and Monarch also use this fluid. Ford refers
to this fluid as Mercon® , or transmissions where type H or CJ
where recommended.
- Type F fluid is recommended by Ford Motor Co. for most late model Fords
and certain imports, and contains certain frictional compounds required
for proper operation in these transmissions.
There is not much of a problem here, since the bottles are clearly marked
to indicate the type of fluid. If you are in doubt, check your owner's manual.
